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A luxurious new eco-sanctuary: Gran Meliá Lombok
By Paul Johnson on Feb 21, 2022 in Accommodation, Asia, Featured, Hotels, Indonesia, Regions, Resorts
As the world reawakens and travellers start to rediscover the wonders beyond their own borders, one enchanting Indonesian island is gearing up to welcome guests back to paradise with a wide smile and a wealth of world-class, eco-sensitive activities. Lombok is a tropical wonderland that exudes exotic charm and serenity. Just across a sparkling sea ...
Top 6 family breaks in the Balearics
By Paul Johnson on Feb 21, 2022 in Europe, Family Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Now that Spain has relaxed Covid travel restrictions for UK teenagers and many Brits are craving some sunshine, we have put together some suggestions for Easter family holidays in the Balearic Islands. From setting sail in Port de Pollença to cycling around Palma de Mallorca’s coastline, here are some ideas from the Balearic Islands Tourist ...
Ancient northern Thai healing practices at Anantara Chiang Mai Resort
By Paul Johnson on Feb 20, 2022 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany
Reviving Northern Thailand’s centuries old massage and aromatherapy techniques, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort has introduced two rare therapeutic treatments, ‘Yam Khang’ and ‘Yajoo’, both with longstanding historic roots connecting guests with the region’s rich Lanna heritage. ‘Yam Khang’ or Thai Fire Therapy is an ancient Lanna tradition, considered a sacred art where the therapist is ...
Australia's most indulgent hotel package will set you back $49,999 for just one night
By Paul Johnson on Feb 20, 2022 in Accommodation, Australia, Food and Drink, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany
Celebrate the new roaring twenties, in style, with the most indulgent hotel package in Australia at $49,999 for the night. Introducing the Grey Goose Hotel by Ovolo, a collaboration between The Inchcolm and Grey Goose Vodka which welcomes you and 39 of your closest friends to the most stylish and lavish event in the City. ...
Dreaming of California
By Paul Johnson on Feb 20, 2022 in California, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos, Websites
As part of their ‘Am I Dreaming?’ campaign that premiered during the Super Bowl LVI pre-game programming on NBC, Visit California launched an all-new immersive digital experience designed and built by global digital partner, Appnovation. The DREAM Theater website greets users with an idyllic vista of California and entices them to explore a sideways-scrolling journey ...
Luxury travel news for the week ending 20th February 2022
By Paul Johnson on Feb 20, 2022 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Maldives, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Turkey
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive regular updates from A Luxury Travel Blog, please make sure you subscribe to our mailing list. How Bezos stacks up against other tech titans in super-yacht size race After all the fuss over his suggestively shaped ...
The world's most expensive superyacht sold in 2021
Over 1,000 superyachts were sold in 2021 as the industry enjoyed a boom in sales. But the stand-out superyacht sale from the year was the 126-metre Octopus, last listed for sale by Fraser and Burgess with a price tag of €235,000,000. Originally built by German yard Lürssen and delivered in 2003 for Microsoft co-founder Paul ...
194 Michelin stars in the latest Michelin Guide to Great Britain and Ireland
By Paul Johnson on Feb 19, 2022 in Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
With a total of 1,285 restaurants, including 194 Michelin stars and 122 Bib Gourmands, the 2022 Michelin Guide to Great Britain and Ireland is made even more momentous by the impressive number of new stars in this year’s selection. With 1 new Three Star, 5 new Two Stars and 19 new One Stars joining the ...
Stargazing in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is home to the Acadian Skies and Mi’kmaq Lands, the first designated dark sky destination in North America. Whether you wish to experience the night sky on a guided hike, a bike tour, stay in a sky bubble or by simply sitting back and taking in the starlit sky at night, right from ...
Australia’s first-ever Kimpton opens in Sydney (plus your chance to win the Ultimate Kimpton Experience!)
Australia’s first-ever Kimpton, Kimpton Margot Sydney, has officially opened its doors on the day of love, 14th February, and is poised to kick off a return to travel, rekindling the love that both local and international guests have for the city of Sydney. As IHG Hotels & Resort’s luxury boutique brand, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants ...
Win a 7-night cultural break to Scotland's Outer Hebrides!
This is your chance to win the ultimate cultural break to the Outer Hebrides courtesy of Outer Hebrides Tourism. Stay for seven nights and enjoy a week-long celebration of Gaelic music, song and dance at Ceòlas Summer School in South Uist. The prize for two adults includes: Ferry travel with CalMac Return ferry travel for ...
Now open: Hyatt Place Melbourne Caribbean Park
By Paul Johnson on Feb 18, 2022 in Accommodation, Australia, Business Travel, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
Hyatt Place Melbourne Caribbean Park, the second Hyatt Place hotel in Melbourne and Australia, has officially opened. The new hotel features Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food and beverage offerings. The Spooner family, who has evolved Caribbean Park for three generations, developed the hotel ...
Inflight gifts for Little VIP travellers flying with Etihad Airways
By Paul Johnson on Feb 18, 2022 in Air Travel, Family Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates
Last week I wrote about Emirates has opened a new lounge for younger flyers at Dubai International Airport. Now it’s the turn of Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, which has this week launched a new experience for families flying with them. The airline has partnered with the award-winning theme park, Warner Bros. ...
5 simple ways you can travel more sustainably
By Paul Johnson on Feb 18, 2022 in Travel Miscellany
Travel looks destined to make a strong return this year – at least in some parts of the world. As we return to some degree of normality, it’s important not to neglect our responsibilities. With an increase demand comes a potentially greater impact on the environment so, where we can, we should think about how ...
Kempinski Palace Portorož to undergo 6.5 million euro renovation
While the seaside destination Portorož enjoys a peaceful time before the spring and summer season and with the majority of the hotels closed, the iconic Kempinski Palace Portorož is set for a renovation with the MK Group, the owning company of the iconic hotel, investing an additional 6.5 million euros over the course of the ...
